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Danish Consumer Council Think recommends that parents avoid letting their babies sleep in cradle swings, especially without supervision, due to safety concerns.

Premature babies and children with comorbidities in Feira de Santana, Brazil, can now receive the monoclonal antibody Nirsevimab to prevent severe cases of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).

Finland experienced an increase in birth rates last year, with a notable 4.8% rise between 2024 and 2025.

A national inquiry claims that the NHS is covering up deaths of babies blamed on inadequate care by misclassifying them as stillbirths.

A comprehensive guide for parents on the best prams, pushchairs, and buggies available in 2026, based on thorough testing and expert advice.

A mother gave birth on the highway when the ambulance could not arrive in time for the delivery.

Finland has experienced a notable increase in birth rates, with January 2025 showing the highest birth numbers since 2018.

Petrolina, Brazil, has started registering infants for vaccination against respiratory syncytial virus, the leading cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia.

A recent study indicates that newborns possess the ability to recognize and predict rhythms, but show little response to melodies.

The article explores the reasons behind the helplessness of human infants at birth compared to animals, referencing new research from the University of Zurich.

The Riga Zoo has named five capybara babies, calling them Andu, Frīda, Straume, Tamis, and Maksimuss Otto, after receiving numerous creative suggestions from the public.

Five baby capybaras born in Riga Zoo last autumn have been given names after a creative selection process.

The Municipal Hospital of Cubatão starts using Nirsevimab, a monoclonal antibody, to protect premature infants from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).

The article discusses the connection between Lucy Letby, convicted of murdering seven babies, and Beverley Allitt, known as the Angel of Death for killing four infants 25 years earlier.

New advertising promotes genetic selection of embryos as a means to have healthier babies, while experts warn about scientific limits, ethical dilemmas, and potential social effects.

The article discusses the debate on how long mothers should breastfeed their babies, citing a new guideline that addresses these questions.

Germany is updating its breastfeeding guidelines to align with the World Health Organization's recommendation of exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a baby's life.

A neonatal doctor describes the intense challenges faced during a night shift in the NICU and highlights the ongoing labor dispute over mandatory night shifts in Spain's healthcare system.

Parents of two babies affected by a hospital gas mix-up address the court as the contractor responsible faces sentencing for manslaughter and grievous bodily harm.

Thirteen babies in Spain have been hospitalized due to gastrointestinal symptoms linked to contaminated infant formula, prompting recalls from affected brands and a risk assessment indicating a low threat level across Europe.

12 infants were hospitalized after consuming milk withdrawn over contamination concerns, with 41 reported cases of gastrointestinal symptoms in Spain.

In Spain, for the first time, more babies are being born to mothers over 40 than to those under 25, with Galicia having the highest proportion of older mothers.

Sweden's Migration Minister Johan Forssell suggests that the Migration Agency could have used a legal exception in a deportation case involving an eight-month-old baby.

Authorities are conducting new searches at a family home in Haute-Saône, France, following the discovery of two frozen babies last week.

Spain has recorded its first increase in births in a decade, with a reported rise of 3,159 babies born in 2024.

The wife of the Governor of Abia State celebrates Valentine by providing gifts to newborns in collaboration with the Ooni of Ife.

Newborns hospitalized in Belém participated in a Carnival-themed event, bringing joy to families during a difficult time.

A researcher discusses the surprising moral understanding displayed by babies even before their first birthday.

Lara Cosima Henckel von Donnersmarck and François Pinault, both referred to as 'Nepo Babies,' are in a romantic relationship, as revealed through social media.

Lara Cosima Henckel von Donnersmarck and François Pinault, known as 'Nepo Babies' in Paris, are now romantically linked as they share moments together on social media.

A hospital in Santa Catarina organized a Carnival-themed photoshoot for premature babies in the ICU, bringing joy and hope to their families.

Sonia Silva, the head of UNICEF in Gaza, highlights the severe humanitarian crisis affecting children, with one in five babies being born malnourished due to the ongoing conflict.

Two 1-year-old babies drowned in different municipalities in Mato Grosso, Brazil, within a 24-hour period.

New Mexico has released its list of the most popular baby names for 2025, reflecting cultural trends and societal shifts.

A UK parliamentary committee chair has urged the government to include spinal muscular atrophy testing in the newborn heel prick test after delays in implementing curative treatments.

A mother hen in São Carlos, Brazil, has astonishingly adopted a litter of kittens, caring for them in her nest while their mother cat comes and goes to nurse them.

In São Paulo, innovative Carnival blocks designed for babies and seniors have become a profitable venture, attracting around 10,000 participants with tailored amenities.

The article discusses the risks to babies born to mothers who contracted COVID-19 during pregnancy, emphasizing that poor outcomes may not be limited to active infections at birth.

Doctors are optimistic that a new preventive treatment will significantly reduce the number of severely ill infants requiring care due to RSV virus this season.

Swedish authorities' decision to deport an 8-month-old baby to Iran has sparked outrage in Sweden.

Doctors are optimistic about a new preventive treatment for RSV virus that may reduce severe cases in infants requiring hospital care.

The article discusses the struggles of young mothers in crisis situations who find refuge in a shelter for mothers and babies in Latvia.

Charity leader Giles Lomax advocates for mandatory spinal muscular atrophy testing for newborns in the UK to improve early diagnosis and treatment options for the disease.

A mother in France has confessed to freezing two of her newborn babies shortly after their births between 2011 and 2018, leading to an ongoing investigation by local authorities.

Sylvie D., a mother of nine, has been charged after the discovery of two newborns frozen in her family's freezer in Haute-Saône, raising questions about her concealed pregnancies and past.

A mother expresses dismay over a clothing store selling perfume intended for babies.

A mother in Haute-Saône, France, has been placed in provisional detention and indicted for the murder of her two frozen babies.

The article explores Jeffrey Epstein's connections and contributions to the scientific community, particularly his interest in human DNA enhancement and eugenics, fueled by recently declassified documents.

A recent study shows that babies raised in vegetarian or vegan households grow similarly to those in omnivorous households, dispelling concerns about nutritional adequacy.

Puerto Rico's governor has enacted legislation that acknowledges unborn babies as human beings, which raises concerns over potential restrictions on abortion rights.